Job outlooks for Psychologists
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Occupation
psychologist (31200)
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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.
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Newfoundland and LabradorUndetermined
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
Regional outlooks
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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Prince Edward IslandGood
The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Psychologists in P.E.I. continue to be employed in government departments such as Health and Wellness and Education and Lifelong Learning, as well as in private practice. Demand in both the public and private sector is outpacing the supply of available psychologists. P.E.I. continues to invest in mental health supports, but recruitment remains a challenge. For individuals, this means strong prospects if they pursue the required doctoral-level education and licensing, with opportunities in both public and private sectors. Skills in clinical practice, assessment, counselling, and interdisciplinary collaboration are especially valued.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in Prince Edward Island:
- Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 69%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 23%
- Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 7%
- 80% of psychologists work all year, while 20% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 51 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
- 50% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 40% compared to 51% for all occupations
- Women: 60% compared to 49% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: n/a
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 92% compared to 8% for all occupations
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Nova ScotiaVery good
The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.
Factors behind the good outlook for psychologists include a growing public interest in mental health and the expected implementation of billing codes for private psychologists under Nova Scotia's public health insurance program.
Many graduates begin their career in hospital settings and later move to private practice to have a greater degree of autonomy with respect to their caseload.
Once registered, new psychologists should have little trouble finding work, while those with experience are in even higher demand. However, the number of individuals seeking a clinical practicum in the province sometimes exceeds the number of spaces available.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in Nova Scotia:
- Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 46%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 28%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 14%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 86% compared to 82% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 14% compared to 18% for all occupations
- 72% of psychologists work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
- 39% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 17% compared to 51% for all occupations
- Women: 83% compared to 49% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 10% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Annapolis Valley region:
- Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 45%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 38%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 18%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Cape Breton region:
- Approximately 20 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): more than 95%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Halifax region:
- Approximately 580 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 48%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 31%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 10%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the North Shore region:
- Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 51%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 32%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 17%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Recent graduates from fields of study related to this occupation have found it easy to find work.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Southern region:
- Approximately 40 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 42%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 31%
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 27%
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New BrunswickVery good
The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
- Psychologists in New Brunswick are most often employed in one of the province's health networks (Horizon or Vitalité) or within a private practice.
- Mental health has been an issue of increasing importance, and this has led to higher demand for psychologists. In addition, opportunities will continue to arise through replacement of retirees.
- School psychologists are in short supply in certain regions, so being willing to relocate for work will improve prospects.
- Opportunities will also be greater for those who are fluent in both official languages of New Brunswick.
- A PhD in Psychology with 1,600 hours of supervised experience is required to be licensed through the College of Psychologists of New Brunswick. This supervised work experience could be in private practice, the school system, mental health facility or hospital. Psychologists can become specialized in a particular area through training and experience, and this may improve one's chances of obtaining employment. Psychologists who are licensed to practice in other provinces can apply to transfer their licensure to New Brunswick, even if they only have a Master's degree.
- Given the expanding application of virtual care, candidates should be comfortable with all relevant technologies.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in New Brunswick:
- Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 52%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 26%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 10%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 87% compared to 84% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 13% compared to 16% for all occupations
- 64% of psychologists work all year, while 36% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
- 41% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 15% compared to 52% for all occupations
- Women: 85% compared to 48% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: 5% compared to 16% for all occupations
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 95% compared to 7% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:
- Approximately 110 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 81%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 19%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Moncton - Richibucto region:
- Approximately 180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 53%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 21%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 18%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 8%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Additional information is available at the provincial level.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:
- Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 48%
- Social assistance (NAICS 624): 34%
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 18%
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QuebecGood
The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in Quebec:
- Approximately 7,500 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 51%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 22%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 11%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 71% compared to 82% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 28% compared to 18% for all occupations
- 60% of psychologists work all year, while 40% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
- 50% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 21% compared to 52% for all occupations
- Women: 79% compared to 48% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: less than 5% compared to 22% for all occupations
- bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 11% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:
- Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 83%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Capitale-Nationale region:
- Approximately 1,010 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 79%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 11%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Centre-du-Québec region:
- Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 69%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 22%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
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The employment outlook will be Moderate for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:
- Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 67%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Estrie region:
- Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 86%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 14%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Lanaudière region:
- Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 77%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 15%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Laurentides region:
- Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 79%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 10%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:
- Approximately 4,320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Mauricie region:
- Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 74%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
- Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 9%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:
- Approximately 4,320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Montérégie region:
- Approximately 1,170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 76%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 16%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Outaouais region:
- Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 71%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 16%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 7%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Employment in this occupation depends primarily on the need for psychological care and government spending on these services.
In recent years, demand has increased significantly due to growing awareness of mental health issues and a reduction in the stigma associated with these issues in the public sphere. To meet this growing demand, the government is investing in expanding and improving mental health services for the entire population.
Expanded insurance coverage for psychological care and the increased availability of employee assistance programs are also continuing to stimulate demand for professionals in private practice.
In recent years, vacant positions in the public sector have been difficult to fill, due to the pull of private practice. To support recruitment and train more professionals, the government has introduced several measures, including a scholarship program for doctoral students in psychology who have an internship in the public network.
In Quebec, only doctoral graduates are allowed to use the title of psychologist.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:
- Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 84%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 16%
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OntarioGood
The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in Ontario:
- Approximately 5,950 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 56%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 17%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 9%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 79% compared to 81% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 21% compared to 19% for all occupations
- 64% of psychologists work all year, while 36% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
- 50% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 24% compared to 52% for all occupations
- Women: 76% compared to 48% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 24% for all occupations
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 94% compared to 13% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:
- Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 85%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 6%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Kingston - Pembroke region:
- Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 75%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 18%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 5%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:
- Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 64%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 20%
- Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 5%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the London region:
- Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 79%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:
- Approximately 90 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 71%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 28%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Northeast region:
- Approximately 120 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 77%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 16%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Northwest region:
- Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 82%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 18%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Ottawa region:
- Approximately 790 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 74%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 13%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 11%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Toronto region:
- Approximately 2,720 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 71%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 16%
- Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 7%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Windsor - Sarnia region:
- Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 69%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 31%
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ManitobaGood
The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in Manitoba:
- Approximately 550 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 30%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 26%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 25%
- Universities (NAICS 6113): 6%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 77% compared to 81% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 23% compared to 19% for all occupations
- 66% of psychologists work all year, while 34% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
- 27% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 22% compared to 53% for all occupations
- Women: 78% compared to 47% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 20% for all occupations
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 95% compared to 8% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Winnipeg region:
- Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 57%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 30%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
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SaskatchewanVery good
The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in Saskatchewan:
- Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 32%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 21%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 16%
- Social assistance (NAICS 624): 11%
- Universities (NAICS 6113): 6%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 83% compared to 81% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 17% compared to 19% for all occupations
- 66% of psychologists work all year, while 34% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
- 32% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 25% compared to 53% for all occupations
- Women: 75% compared to 47% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: n/a
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 7% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:
- Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 64%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 25%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
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The employment outlook will be Very good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:
- Approximately 220 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 59%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 25%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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AlbertaGood
The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in Alberta:
- Approximately 4,500 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 61%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 11%
- Social assistance (NAICS 624): 11%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 7%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 76% compared to 80% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 24% compared to 20% for all occupations
- 60% of psychologists work all year, while 40% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
- 52% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 19% compared to 53% for all occupations
- Women: 81% compared to 47% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 21% for all occupations
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: more than 95% compared to 9% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:
- Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 88%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 7%
- Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Calgary region:
- Approximately 2,170 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 74%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 10%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Edmonton region:
- Approximately 1,980 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 82%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 8%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
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The employment outlook will be Moderate for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:
- Approximately 130 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 56%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 19%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Red Deer region:
- Approximately 80 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 61%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 24%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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British ColumbiaGood
The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
As the province has experienced robust population growth in the past couple of years, the Government of British Columbia has invested into expanding health care services around the province. The demand for mental health care professionals, such as psychologists, will also be strong in the short to medium term.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in British Columbia:
- Approximately 1,950 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 49%
- Hospitals (NAICS 622): 18%
- Elementary and secondary schools (NAICS 6111): 14%
- Social assistance (NAICS 624): 7%
- The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
- Full-time workers: 75% compared to 78% for all occupations
- Part-time workers: 25% compared to 22% for all occupations
- 61% of psychologists work all year, while 39% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
- 50% of psychologists are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 24% compared to 52% for all occupations
- Women: 76% compared to 48% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
- bachelor's degree: 7% compared to 22% for all occupations
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 93% compared to 12% for all occupations
Regional outlooks
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:
- Approximately 1,510 people work in this occupation.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 72%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 17%
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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The employment outlook will be Moderate for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Thompson - Okanagan region:
- Approximately 150 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 62%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 25%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
- Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%
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The employment outlook will be Good for psychologists (NOC 31200) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
- Several positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about psychologists in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:
- Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Psychologists mainly work in the following sectors:
- Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 77%
- Educational services (NAICS 61): 12%
- Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
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Yukon TerritoryUndetermined
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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Northwest TerritoriesUndetermined
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
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NunavutUndetermined
An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.
Related links
Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
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